Basic Information
- Best time to visit: Weekdays before 6 PM to grab a seat at the food court without waiting.
- Budget: $ – $$ (Food court: 40–100 ฿; Restaurants: 250–600 ฿ per person).
Why Go
- Pier 21 Food Court: A legendary spot on the 3rd floor (San Francisco). Street food prices (from 35 ฿) with air conditioning and cleanliness.
- Photo Spots: Features like a real plane at the entrance, a 27-meter escalator, the Leaning Tower, Eiffel Tower, and Golden Gate. Each floor is themed after a global metropolis.
- Shopping Mix: The ‘Tokyo’ floor offers unique local designer clothes, while lower floors have familiar brands like H&M, Uniqlo, and Guess.
- SFX Cinema: One of the city’s best with luxurious seating and excellent sound.
Insider Tips
- Restrooms as Art: Check out the unique restrooms on each floor. In ‘London’, they’re styled like the metro, ‘Tokyo’ features Japanese gadgets, and ‘Italy’ channels racing pits.
- Pier 21 Card: The food court doesn’t accept cash. Purchase a card at the Cashier, load it with 100–200 ฿, and get refunds for any remaining balance the same day.
- Secret View: For the best view of the plaza with the plane, head to the panoramic window on the ‘San Francisco’ floor near the food court.
- Parking: Huge free parking available. If you’re on a motorbike, park in the covered garage to keep your seat cool.
Logistics
- Tuk-Tuk (Songthaew): Free (or 10 ฿) rides right to the door. Located at the ‘dolphin roundabout’, where all main routes converge.
- Taxi (Bolt/Grab): From the center – 60–90 ฿, from Jomtien – 120–180 ฿.
- Own transport: Free parking for 1500+ vehicles.
The Unique Factor
Outside the mall, you’ll find a 250-meter runway and a real decommissioned Northrop F-5 Tiger II fighter jet.
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